Hurricane Sandy is no longer a hurricane, as it continues to bring high winds and rain to large portions of the north east and northern mid-west US. There are many trees down, and massive power outages. It will be days before the clean up is complete.

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The ENN offices have no power so editors are working remotely to maintain a reasonable update schedule. There is also a reduced amount of news being published by our news sources which include university research departments and government agencies as they are dealing with storm related issues themselves.

As news on storm related damage and recovery becomes available, we will publish updates.

The National Weather Service has issued this advisory:

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a coastalFlood Advisory in effect until 1 PM EDT this afternoon.

- Coastal flooding - minor flooding is anticipated around the timeof this mornings high tide. The flooding near Sandy Hook alongthe northern New Jersey coast may be moderate.

- Timing - high tide along the New Jersey and Delaware oceanfrontoccurs between 8 am and 930 am. High tide on the back bays,along Delaware Bay and along Raritan Bay occurs later than thetide along the oceanfront.

- Seas - wave heights on the ocean will be 6 to 12 feet and onDelaware Bay 3 to 6 feet.

- Impacts - localized flooding will occur although far less thanthat of yesterday.

Precautionary/preparedness actions:

A coastal Flood Advisory indicates that minor tidal flooding isanticipated. Minor tidal flooding often results in some Roadclosures. Usually... the most vulnerable roadways will flood.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidalflooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. Thewater may be deeper than you think it is. You will be puttingyourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs.